Junior Estimator – Electrical Construction Takeoffs

Sargent Electric; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent Electric Company in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Junior Estimator to support the full estimating lifecycle. You’ll perform quantity takeoffs, gather cost data, and coordinate with vendors and project teams to prepare detailed estimates and assist with change orders.

Ideal candidates have a 0–3 year background in construction cost estimation, strong communication, multitasking, and a willingness to learn digital estimating tools like LiveCount, Bluebeam, and Procore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a technical Associate’s degree preferred.
• 0–3 years in a multi-trade construction environment preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills in a professional, diverse environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work within tight deadlines.
• Team player with reliable time management.

Responsibilities

• Model safe practices and ensure estimating activities meet safety requirements.
• Deliver detailed electronic takeoffs using LiveCount or Bluebeam.
• Gather, aggregate, and process cost data for estimates.
• Support change orders and quantify project scopes.
• Prepare clarifications for assigned scope.
• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors for pricing and lead times.
• Maintain organized supplier/subcontractor directories.
• Learn to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ask questions and seek clarity on complex scopes.
• Document lessons learned and suggest process improvements.
• Learn and apply digital takeoff tools and cost-management software.
• Keep digital project files neat and accurate.
• Assist estimating team with additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management/business

Technical Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

LiveCount

Bluebeam

Accubid

Navisworks

Plangrid

Procore

Primavera

Job description

Sargent Electric Company in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Junior Estimator to support the full estimating lifecycle. You’ll perform quantity takeoffs, gather cost data, and coordinate with vendors and project teams to prepare detailed estimates and assist with change orders.

Ideal candidates have a 0–3 year background in construction cost estimation, strong communication, multitasking, and a willingness to learn digital estimating tools like LiveCount, Bluebeam, and Procore.